338. Deputy Mark Ward asked the Minister for Transport if the Government are considering a ban on e-scooters in all public places; if additional safety requirements are being considered; if taxation and insurance are being considered; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [57044/26]

As Minister of State for International & Road Transport, Logistics, Rail & Ports I wish to emphasise my concern about the misuse of e-scooters in public areas.

Government and stakeholders across the sector are working hard to reverse the current increase in fatalities and injuries and restore Ireland’s long-term progress in the area of road safety. Cabinet will consider the matter further this week and make decisions. My Department is currently in consultation with stakeholders in the context of preparing regulations, the details of which will be released shortly. It is important that these regulations are thorough, have the desired effect, that the correct vehicles, areas and territories are targeted and that effective enforcement is available.